Mod Recommendations for Skyrim?

[TechNina]

I’m wondering if there are any must have mods for the game, especially ones that build upon the house system introduced in Hearthstone or expand combat and crafting. I’m also interested in mods for graphics and sound suitable for higher end computers.

 

Also, I’ve only used total conversion mods before with. Can anyone give me some advice for how to mod the game to prevent conflicts and avoid bugs and other issues? Are there any issues with using current mods with the new Special Edition version of the game?

[laiilaiiheii]

There is a lot to know when you are seriously about modding Skyrim.
I'd say the very first program you will have to understand and run before messing with any mods is tes5edit (seedit for special edition).

After that you have to choose how you will install your mods. Either using Mo, Nmm or manual install. Nmm is the most user friendly, but also most limited. It's A decent tool if you just want to add a few mods and none of those mess with eachother.

Load order is important when modding Skyrim, for this you can use the program LOOT. Which in most occasions does solve the load order for you.

Finally understanding the program wryebash will really help with modding.

If you already know about these program I recommend watching mod showcase channels. Or specifically search for the things you want.
'Hearthfire overhauls' or 'high end graphics skyrim'.

Graphics are very personal. Best to do your research carefully to see if it is something you want. Also be carefull when modding Skyrim. Your pc can be beast, but skyrim itself can only handle that much. Especially on the long haul of playing.

A lot of mods are compatible with Skyrims special edition. Many mods will probably get compatible over time. Skse will have to be released for Skyui and other mods to work properly.
The best way to know about conflitcs is using tes5edit. Conflitcs however, aren't always gamebreaking.

Seriously modding Skyrim is a game on it's own :wink:

There are no real must have mods per se other than the unofficial legendary patch and Skyui in my opinion. It's something very personal. I myself couldn't go without about 70 mods, while others might find my choice odd. :)

Edited November 7, 2016 by laiilaiiheii